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Sunday, 24 February 2013 00:10

stomach Professional triathlete, Pip Taylor, who knows a lot about dietary stuff, answers questions about pre-race nervous stomach. (for Triathlon.Competitor.com)

Q: I was thinking about going to a liquid pre-race meal given that I have had stomach issues, mostly due to pre-race nerves. I try to calm down, but it doesn

Pre-race nutrition can also play a role in creating calm through familiarity and also reassurance that you have a plan in place. Plan out other aspects of race day so it is not overwhelming, formulate a routine and think through any other logistics. And avoid caffeine, as this could stimulate pip further anxiety.

In terms of the pre-race meal and the consideration of solids versus liquids, it really comes down to what you prefer and are comfortable with. In regard to energy for fueling you through the race, your muscles will not know the difference. The benefit of something solid is that it is satisfying